Modification History
The version details of this endorsed unit are in the table below. The latest information is at the top.
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Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to identify suitable sustainability integration strategies for a retail business and to analyse and consult on strategies for their implementation. It also covers the preparation of an implementation plan for introducing or improving business sustainability.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to those with managerial responsibility who research and consult on appropriate sustainability strategies for a retail business, and who analyse, cost and plan implementation of selected strategies. This unit requires some supervision of other staff.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of endorsement.
Pre-Requisites
Nil
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Performance Criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
1. Gather and analyse information. |
1.1.Evaluate business processes to determine the scope and potential for integration of sustainability strategies . 1.2.Research appropriate sources of information relevant to integration of sustainability strategies into business processes. 1.3.Identify and consult with relevant staff and stakeholders to explore and identify sustainability options. 1.4.Identify and document constraints that may affect implementation of identified sustainability strategies. |
2. Plan sustainability integration. |
2.1.Develop achievable and cost-effective goals for integration of sustainability strategies in relation to organisational goals. 2.2.Establish critical success factors for successful implementation of identified sustainability strategies. 2.3.Prepare a cost-benefit analysis for introducing or improving business sustainability. 2.4.Consult with stakeholders to determine and validate sustainability strategies to be implemented. |
3. Prepare implementation documentation. |
3.1.Analyse and document implementation processes for validated sustainability strategies. 3.2.Consult and negotiate with relevant stakeholders to finalise processes and timeframes for implementation. 3.3.Prepare detailed report on implementation of sustainability strategies. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must ensure access to:
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Method of assessment |
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the individual, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Sustainability strategies may include: |
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Relevant staff and stakeholders may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Cross-Sector
Competency Field
Management and Leadership